Do you remember that Gilmore episode where Rory is telling Lorelai about a guy who has this weird vibe because he carries a water bottle with him all of the time?

(If you have no idea what I’m talking about, feel free to bypass me and my ramblings 😜…But also, it’s a great episode, so you should get on that.)

Well, I’m a big water bottle holder/carrier/I-have-one-with-me-everywhere kind of person, and I always think about this episode when I’m in public and can’t help but chuckle, because it’s kind of a random thing to be pointed out (on a TV show nonetheless) that I always do.

It all started back in high school when I was running cross-country (WHY) and playing soccer, and I soon learned that I’m straight USELESS if I’m not hydrated. Ever since, I drink water like a camel and apparently, to some, it gives off this weird vibe. 😂 #oops

I’m a pretty big fan of all things coconut and lemon (together and separate), so these sweet Coconut Lemon Bars were pretty much made for me.

But, I made them for you. I’m so selfless, guys. You don’t even have to thank me for these soon-to-be life changing bars.

Moving on…

These are a lot like Classic Lemon Bars, but there are a few changes here and there that amp up the flavor and texture in a completely fantastic way.

Coconut Lemon Bars Tips & Tricks:

– These homemade lemon bars start off with a coconut shortbread crust. Basically, it’s everything a shortbread crust should be—buttery, light, and melt-in-your-mouth—but it also has sweetened coconut added in, giving it an extra level of flavor.

– The filling of these coconut lemon bars is tangy, but not too tangy. The sugar in the coconut lemon bar filling + the sweetened coconut make for a perfectly sweet-tangy balance.

– Next, be careful not to over bake these lemon bars. The filling should be firm, but still slightly soft. For instance, when you cut into the bars, the filling should stay firm in each bar, but if you were to lightly squeeze each bar, the filling should move/jiggle a bit.

– Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into them, otherwise the bars will fall apart a bit.

These Coconut Lemon Bars are sweet, a little tangy, and have a coconut shortbread crust. Homemade lemon bars are one of my favorite spring desserts, and these Coconut Lemon Bars are a fun twist on the classic lemon bar recipe! Easter dessert perhaps?? Plus a step-by-step video down below!

20 minPrep Time

25 minCook Time

45 minTotal Time

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Ingredients

Coconut Shortbread Crust

1/2 cup butter, melted

1 1/4 cup all purpose flour

1/3 cup powdered sugar

1/4 tsp salt

1/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Filling

3 eggs

1 1/2 cups sugar

1 Tbsp lemon zest

1/2 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed

1/2 cup flour

1 cup shredded sweetened coconut

Topping

Lemon slices, if desired

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9x9 baking pan (or line with non-stick foil).